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Sunday, June 16, 2013

Decisions, Decisions, Decisions

I have been struggling with how to finish off the third level of Leon's Mansion.

Any color that I have picked seemed to be top heavy. 

Didn't even care for the look of cream or white.

So I ran my dilemma past Brae. She suggested I brick the third level. What!? At first I thought that was crazy. But she photo shopped a picture of my house to show the potential it had. Really appreciated the visual - now I just have to start some more bricks.
Thanks for the visual Brae!!


Now with that pesky tower...
In the stock photo it looks great.

But when I look at mine, it seems out of place.

I made a rough peak to add to replace the tower. Lee and Julie pointed out that the new peak leaves the middle peak looking odd.

I tried a new rough mock up that would cover the middle peak up. But...

Not only does is seem off center from the bay, it looks like I just threw a triangle on the roof.

I could just leave that level flat. Once the railings are added it could be a (larger) widow's walk.
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  1. Julie S16 June, 2013 08:11

    I like the white, myself. I think if you add some dark (brown, black, navy) trim it will look fantastic just as it is.

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  2. Fabiola16 June, 2013 11:24

    It's a fantastic house! Great work.
    Greetings, Faby

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  3. Unknown16 June, 2013 19:49

    I think once the tower is finished, it will look great. Keep the faith!
    Best Wishes,
    Vicki

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  4. Sam16 June, 2013 20:42

    Hi Audra, I love the idea of bricking the third floor tower. I think the tower roof will look fine once you add the railings. For the front triangle facades, what about cedar shingles? I think it would go with the brick, and the various browns might pick up some of your tile color. Just a thought.

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  5. Marisa17 June, 2013 09:26

    ya know..you could turn the top into a glass conservatory with a walk out balcony and a spiral staircase on the inside to reach it..something like this might work..http://www.embarkingonacourseofstudy.com/2010/07/conservatory-visit-a-long-linger-in-the-palm-room.html..I think Brae's idea of bricking it up looked great


    Hugs
    Marisa

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  6. A. Wright17 June, 2013 14:25

    I'm going to agree with Isabelle, I think the trims around the tower will help with the balance. Of course, if you really don't like it, what I think is moot ;) Whatever you decide, I'm sure when it's all trimmed out it'll be lovely :D

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  7. Ruth02 July, 2013 12:26

    Hey Audra,
    I've been bitten by the half scale bug! I wrote a post about it :P
    XX
    Ruth

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